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- Travel to Mongolia
- Flights to Mongolia
- Trains to Mongolia
- Buses to Mongolia
- How to Choose the Right Mongolia Tour
- Mongolia Jeep Tours
- Ulaanbaatar City Tours
- Live Like a Nomad Adventure Homestay Trails
- Mongolia Horseback Tours
- Age and Suitability to Travel to Mongolia
- Book A Trip to Mongolia
- Mongolian Visas
- Mongolian Embassies – USA, Germany, EU, Japan, Korea, etc.
- Weather in Mongolia
Travel to Mongolia – Flights, Trains, Buses, Visas, Embassies, etc.
We’ve streamlined all informations for you! Flights to Mongolia, Trains to Mongolia, Mongolian Visas as well as worldwide Mongolian Embassy information and more!
Many think that traveling to Mongolia is “far and distant”, complicated, etc., HOWEVER, that’s actually 100% incorrect information – traveling to Mongolia is actually easier than planning a self-made road trip from USA to Canada and within the same budget amounts!
That’s why at GER to GER it’s our aim to assist you – why shouldn’t you not visit this legendary country that was home to the World’s Largest Nomadic Empire on planet earth! There are literally TONS of adventures, hearty portions of food, drinks, cultures, etc., to experience – Mongolia offers travelers what the rest of Asia can not… It offers REAL AND RUSTIC GREAT OUTDOOR ADVENTURES LIKE DURING THE ERA OF MARCO POLO! Rest of Asia has been developed into centers of globalized (western/European-styled) entertainment factories whereas Mongolia – well let me tell you that after living and work across Mongolia for 25+ years – it happens to be the PREMIERE/UNSPOILED ADVENTURE PARK OF ASIA! Real adventures, real nomads, real 4×4 off-road jeep tours… EVERYTHING is 100% Rustic, Raw, and REAL! The stuff of EPIC ADVENTURES!
GETTING TO MONGOLIA
You can reach Mongolia by either air or land. Chinggis Khaan International Airport is the major international airport that is located in 14.7 kilometers southwest of the capital city, Ulaanbaatar. Mongolian Airlines serves Mongolia with direct flights from Germany, Russia, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong and China, connecting to everywhere in the world.
FLIGHTS TO MONGOLIA
When traveling to Mongolia there are many options now – however – we recommend the following for most travelers that are coming from either USA, UK or EU:
OUR FLIGHT RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Flights to Mongolia from America (MIAT https://miat.com/): From 2021 American travelers will have a new option/route to Mongolia – Mongolian Airlines (MIAT) from 2021 will be offering direct flights between The United State and Mongolia!
- Flights to Mongolia from America (OTHER AIRLINES): Americans traveling from the United States should fly via Japan or Korea as you can safely arrive to Mongolia without any Visa hassles – just like a road trip to Canada all you need is your passport and in a less than a day you’ll be in Mongolia!
- Flights to Mongolia from EU (Mongolian Airlines): You can fly to Mongolia via Berlin, Frankfurt and Moscow with Mongolian Airlines – and we assist on obtaining ‘Group Discounts’.
- Flights to Mongolia from EU (Alternative – TURKISH AIR): From 2020 Turkish Airlines is offering directly flights between EU and Mongolia (3 times a week) – trust me – the online e-Visa for Turkey is MUCH MORE EASIER/QUICKER (within minutes) than the Russian (though Russia offers no-Visa transits). Another advantage is that their prices are very competitive as well as their NEWLY OPENED Istanbul International Airport is just fantastic!
TRAINS TO MONGOLIA from Russia and China to Mongolia
Train number | Country | Destination | Ulaanbaatar | Ticket price in USD | ||||
Departure time | Departure day | Arrival time | Arrival day | Lux | Standard | |||
5/6 | Mongolian train | Ulaanbaatar-Moscow | 15:22 | Friday | 06:50 | Monday | $319 | $206 |
305/306 | Mongolian Train | Ulaanbaatar-Irkutsk | 15:22 | Sunday | 06:50 | Wednesday | $75 | $50 |
305/306 | Russian Train | 15:23 | Tuesday, Saturday | 06:50 | Tuesday, Saturday | |||
24/23 | Russian Train | Ulaanbaatar-Beijing (starts from June 2019) | 07:30 | Thursday | 14:35 | Wednesday | $180 | $120 |
24/23 | Mongolian Train | 07:30 | Saturday | 14:35 | Tuesday | |||
34/33 | Mongolian Train | Ulaanbaatar-Huh Hot | 20:45 | Friday | 10:05 | Wednesday |
| $112 |
34/34 | Russian Train | 20:45 | Monday | 10:05 | Sunday | |||
22/21 | Mongolian train | Ulaanbaatar-Erlian | 20:45 | Thursday, Sunday | 10:05 | Saturday, Tuesday |
| $46 |
BUSES TO MONGOLIA FROM RUSSIA
Buses from Russia to Mongolia are taken from Ulan Ude to Ulaanbaatar – There are many hostels, travel agents, etc., that will buy your tickets for you in advance (just Google Bus to Mongolia from Ulan Ude)… however do kindly note to be wise when choosing a Russian Travel Agent to assist you.
Departure from Ulan-Ude at 0730 in the morning to the bus station “Baikal” address (double check address with local Russian Travel Agents): Ulitsa Sovetskaya, 1, Ulan-Ude, Buryatia, 670000. Arrival at Ulaanbaatar Bus Station “Dragon” will approximately be at 1920 in the evening; note that the arrival is greatly dependent on the speed of passage at the Russian-Mongolian border (usually takes 2-3 hours +/-).
Reported average ticket price: 2100 rubles
Some important details:
- The distance from Ulan-Ude to Ulan Bator is about 600 km.
- The bus traveling to Mongolia and from 45-seater, large and convenient.
- Must provide passport to purchase Bus Tickets.
- Bag weighing can not exceed 35 kg and dimensions must be within 60 * 40 * 20 cm.
- Tickets are generally non-refundable.
BUSES TO MONGOLIA FROM CHINA
Buses from China are taken from Erlian to Ulaanbaatar… Owing to the increased number of summer travelers from Beijing to Mongolia as well as local traveling in-between Mongolia and China – I highly do not recommend doing this – rather please consider booking a train from Beijing to Mongolia.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT MONGOLIA TOUR
Our carefully researched trips are designed to maximize your time for leisure, outdoor activities, sightseeing, and … having an adventure! If you request a custom tour from us, we do our best to design an itinerary that will suit your needs and interests, based on the information you provide us and our extensive experience traveling in Mongolia. Some days may look very long, with a lot of driving, while others may seem sparse on activities. Mongolia is a very large country with very little infrastructure, so we may have to make many kilometers in one day in order to reach our camp or to show you the most spectacular sights. Be assured that the days are organized so that overall you will be able to make the most of your time in Mongolia and have a once in a lifetime experience.
AGE AND SUITABILITY TO TRAVEL TO MONGOLIA
Our packages are suitable for almost everybody and age is rarely a factor. A willingness to be involved, a sense of humor, an eagerness for new and unusual experiences as well as good sense of patience and empathy will ensure your enjoyment regardless of your age. But some of our trips are challenging or physically demanding. So please contact us for discussion.
BOOK A TRIP TO MONGOLIA
Early booking is recommended to be sure of traveling on the journey of your choice. We do have group limitation based on herder families’ capacity. Depends on booking, if we have other bookings on your date then you will join with them. Therefore we would like to recommend you to send your advance booking confirmation as early as possible. Confirmation will be provided on receipt of your deposit and booking confirmation email from us.
MONGOLIAN VISA INFORMATION
If you need an official touristic visa invitation we will provide you only after you confirmed your booking pay the deposit.
General requirements of a tourist visa (From Consular Department of Mongolian Ministry of Foreign Affairs) (http://consul.mn/eng/index.php?moduls=20)
- Completed application form (Form) (http://consul.mn/file/Visa_application_form_2018.pdf)
- Passport in original (must be valid for a minimum of six months before your intended travel to Mongolia)
- 3.5×4.5cm photo (the size of the photo is mandatory)
- A copy of hotel booking or accommodation information in Mongolia
- A copy of flight/train tickets
- Proof of sufficient funds, i.e. bank statements for the recent six months (if necessary)
- The visa fee is to be paid upon submission of application. The fee is non-refundable.
Important notice: Visa officer may require you to submit additional documents in order for you to prove the purpose of your visit – AN OFFICIAL LETTER OF INVITATION FROM AN ACCREDITED MONGOLIAN TOUR OPERATOR.
With a regular tourist visa you may stay up to 30 days in Mongolia. It may be extended for a further 30 days at the Immigration Agency of Mongolia if you apply for an extension not less than 4 days before the duration of your visa expires.
THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES ARE EXEMPt FROM A MONGOLIAN VISA – SEPT. 19, 2019 LIST
Visa Exempt Countries | Passport Types Covered by Agreement | Duration of Stay |
The United States of America | All passports | Up to 90 days |
The Federal Republic of Germany | All passports | Up to 30 days |
Canada | All passports | Up to 30 days |
Japan | All passports | Up to 30 days |
The Republic of Singapore | All passports | Up to 30 days |
Hong Kong SAR (China) | All passports | Up to 14 days |
The Republic of Belarus | All passports | Up to 90 days |
The Republic of Turkey | All passports | Up to 30 days |
The Kingdom of Thailand | All passports | Up to 30 days |
Malaysia | All passports | Up to 30 days |
The Republic of Philippines | All passports | Up to 21 days |
The Republic of Kazakhstan | All passports | Up to 90 days |
The State of Israel | All passports | Up to 30 days |
The Russian Federation | All passports | Up to 30 days |
Macau SAR (China) | All passports | Up to 90 days |
The Kyrgyz Republic | All passports | Up to 90 days |
Ukraine* | All passports /with official invitation/ | Up to 90 days |
The Republic of Cuba | All passports | Up to 30 days |
The Lao People’s Democratic Republic | All passports | Up to 30 days |
The Republic of Serbia | All passports | Up to 90 days |
The Federative Republic of Brazil | All passports | Up to 90 days |
The Argentine Republic | All passports | Up to 90 days |
Oriental Republic of Uruguay | All passports | Up to 30 days |
The Republic of Chile | All passports | Up to 90 days |
From the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Link) (http://consul.mn/eng/index.php?moduls=23) | ||
MONGOLIAN EMBASSIES
MONGOLIAN EMBASSY INFORMATION
MONGOLIAN EMBASSIES ABROAD – CONTACT INFORMATION AND ADDRESSES | |
Washington D.C. based Mongolian Embassy United States of America | Embassy of Mongolia in the USA Phone: 1 (202) 333 7117 |
Berlin based Mongolian Embassy Federal Republic of Germany | Botschaft der Mongolei Phone: 49 (30) 474806-0 |
London based Mongolian Embassy United Kingdom | Embassy of Mongolia in the United Kingdom Phone: 44 (207) 937 0150, 7252 |
Seoul based Mongolian Embassy Republic of Korea | Embassy of Mongolia in the Republic of Korea Phone: 82 (2) 798 3464, 82 (2) 795 1950 |
Singapore based Mongolian Embassy Republic of Singapore | Embassy of Mongolia in the Republic of Singapore Phone: 65 63480745 |
Tokyo based Mongolian Embassy Japan | Embassy of Mongolia in Japan Phone: 81 (3) 3469-2088 |
Paris based Mongolian Embassy French Republic | Ambassade de Mongolie Phone: 33 (1) 46052812, 33 (1) 4605 23 18 (Consulate) |
Canberra based Mongolian Embassy Australia | Embassy of Mongolia in the Commonwealth of Australia Phone: 61-2-628 629 47 |
Moscow based Mongolian Embassy Russian Federation | Посольство Монголии в РФ Phone: 7-495-690-67-92, 7-495-691-46-36 (Office Manager), |
Ankara based Mongolian Embassy Republic of Turkey | Mogolistan Buyukelciligi Phone: 90 (312) 4921027, 90 (312) 4921028 |
Bangkok based Mongolian Embassy Kingdom of Thailand | Embassy of Mongolia in the Kingdom of Thailand Phone: 66 (2) 381 1400, 66 (02) 392 1011 |
Brussels based Mongolian Embassy Kingdom of Belgium | Ambassade de Mongolie Phone: 32 (2) 344 6974 |
Budapest based Mongolian Embassy Republic of Hungary | Mongol Nagykovetseg Phone: 36 (1) 2124579 |
Warsaw based Mongolian Embassy Republic of Poland | Ambasada Mongolii Phone: 48 (22) 849 9391 |
Beijing based Mongolian Embassy People’s Republic of China | No 2, Xiu Shui Bei Jie, Phone: 86 (10) 6532 6512, 86 (10) 6532 6513, 86 (10) 6532 1203 |
Bishkek based Mongolian Embassy Kyrgyz Republic | Consulate General of Mongolia in Bishkek Phone: 996 (312) 660-113 |
Vienna based Mongolian Embassy Republic of Austria | Botschaft der Mongolei Phone: 43 (1) 5352807-0 |
Rome based Mongolian Embassy Italian Republic | Embassy of Mongolia in the Republic of ITALY Phone: 39 (06) 8074719 |
Ottawa based Mongolian Embassy Canada | Embassy of Mongolia to Canada Phone: 1 (613) 569 3830 |
Stockholm based Mongolian Embassy Kingdom of Sweden | Embassy of Mongolia in the Kingdom of Sweden Phone: 46 (08) 7531135, 46 (08) 7531136 |
Prague based Mongolian Embassy Czech Republic | Velvyslanectvi Mongolska Phone: 420 (2) 24311198, |
Sofia based Mongolian Embassy Republic of Bulgaria | Embassy of Mongolia in the Republic of Bulgaria Phone: +359 2 865 90 12 |
New Delhi based Mongolian Embassy Republic of India | Embassy of Mongolia in the Republic of India Phone: 91 (11) 2461 7989 |
Nur-Sultan based Mongolian Embassy Republic of Kazakhstan | Посольство Монголии в Республике Казахстан Phone: 7 (727) 269 35 70, 8 (7172) 96 51 56 |
HEALTH AND SAFETY WITHIN MONGOLIA
GER to GER strives to make adventure travel as safe as is practically possible. All of our guides and staff complete Red Cross recognized First Aid training programs, and all guides and trip leaders have completed an essential guiding skills program focused on safety and client care. All of our drivers are experienced countryside drivers and have annual refresher courses in safe driving skills and accident prevention. In trips to remote areas, our guides are equipped with mobile phones to assist us in locating your group and providing assistance or evacuation in case of an emergency. We maintain regular contacts with emergency evacuation services including helicopter and small plane charter companies and emergency medical service providers in Ulaanbaatar. Safety is the first concern we have in the planning and preparation of each and every trip, and we have contingency plans for bad weather, vehicle breakdowns, and other unexpected events. Senior office staffs have many years of experience in leading expeditions to remote places, and have traveled independently throughout Mongolia in all weather conditions. At all times, our Ulaanbaatar based staff is available to resolve problems and assist in emergency situations, and will work with your guide or trip leader to ensure all efforts are made to provide timely, adequate assistance.
MONGOLIAN CLIMATE & TRAVEL SEASONS
Tourism season is between June and October. Summer extremes reach as high as 38° C in the southern Gobi region and 33° C in Ulaanbaatar city. Ulaanbaatar lies at 1,351 meters above sea level in the valley of the Tuul Gol, a river. Located in the relatively well-watered north, it receives an annual average of 31 centimeters of precipitation, almost all of which falls in July and in August. Ulaanbaatar has an average annual temperature of -2.9°C and a frost-free period extending on the average from mid-June to late August.
May and September are considered as Mongolia’s shoulder tourism season. On these months, if you plan your trip not only you get roughly 10-20 percent discount on your hotel and transportation cost but also you enjoy the country with fewer tourists – however – weather can be changeable so please don’t forget to pack your warm fleece jackets for a cold snap.
From October to May is considered as a low tourism season in Mongolia and most ger camps and guesthouses are closed. The coldest months are December and January with temperatures dropping down to -15C daytime and -30C+ nighttime. In countryside, cold temperature across the open valleys with windchill will easily reach more than -35C. Winter tour activities such as visiting nomadic families at their winter shelter, horseback riding, traveling by ox cart with warm blankets and dogsledding are available in low season. From March to the late May is considered a spring season or breeding season and the weather in the springtime can be unpredictable. Sometimes you can see different weather conditions from sunny clear day to snowing cloudy day all just in one day and it’s coming that dust storms can spice up from time to time. Its’ during this time that Nomads start receiving and taking care of newborn animals as well as preparing sheep and goats for cashmere combing or shearing.
